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USER’S MANUAL
Table of contents
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting to know OmniController . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Firmware versions & upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting the OmniController . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using OmniController . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial controller settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Choosing shutter control style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Choosing Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting the device type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Device type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting the travel length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Speed Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Calibrating the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controlling the movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the emergency break feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Motion Recording & Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using Timelapse Continuous mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Accessing Timelapse Continuous mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Understanding timelapse mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Controlling the exposure time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Setting up a continuous timelapse sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Multiple exposures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using drive-shoot-drive timelapse mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using Stop motion mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting up the number of shots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using Distance Stop motion mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Overview of the Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Troubleshooting the OmniController . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using 3rd party power adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using DitoGear™ Power Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Obtaining Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
1. Getting started
Thank you for purchasing the DitoGear™ OmniController
and DitoGear™ motion control equipment. We hope that
the device will meet your expectations bringing a great
value to your productions.
2. Getting to know
OmniController
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The DitoGear™ OmniSlider Controller is an electronic
device designed to control DitoGear™ motion control
devices with ease and precision.
Please follow the instructions in this manual to learn how
to get the most of OmniController and DitoGear™ motion
control devices.
Please ensure to carefully read the safety instructions and
precautions contained in this manual and corresponding
motion control equipment manuals prior to use of the device.
menu and access special functions (referred to as
[Select] in the manual)
LCD Display
[D1] Speed
The speed damping dial, situated on the right of
the controller, is used to adjust the speed damping
(acceleration and deceleration) of the trolley (referred
to as [D2] in the manual)
2.1 Firmware versions & upgrades
Should you need any assistance or support do not hesitate
to contact us at [email protected].
[D2] Speed damping
Product version information
Joystick
This manual refers to OmniController V2 version dated
2014 and firmware build: 2.1 OC140401
The controller can control one axis at a time and consists
of the following elements:
Latest product manuals can always be found at: www.ditogear.com/user-manuals
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The speed adjustment dial, situated on the left of
the controller, is used to adjust the speed of the
trolley (referred to as [D1] in the manual)
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An RJ45 signal cable socket at the bottom back of
the controller
3. Connecting the OmniController
Follow the instructions below to setup the device for basic operation.
1
Prepare your motion control unit and/or your
camera for work.
2
Connect an RJ45 type signal cable to the motion
control unit and to the Output port of a DitoGear™
Breakout Box.
3
Connect an RJ45 type signal cable to OmniController
and to Input 1 port of the Breakout Box.
Since firmware version 2.1 the angular/linear firmware
flavors have been merged. Current firmware version
supports both operation modes - angular and linear
covering all types of DitoGear™ devices.
The firmware can’t be upgraded on your own, so you will
need to send us the controller for a free firmware upgrade.
Since the product is already matured, the updates are less
frequent and usually have minor impact on the feature set.
In case of OmniHead: Connect two RJ45 type
signal cables to two OmniControllers and to Input
1 & 2 port of the Breakout Box.
4
Connect a shutter release cable to Sync 1 port
(2.5mm micro jack) of the Breakout Box. Connect
the other end to your camera. This step is optional.
5
Connect the power source – a DitoGear™ Power
Pack 7Ah/14Ah, a DitoGear™ AC/DC power
adapter or a 3rd party compatible power source to
a Power port of the Breakout Box. It may be required
to fully charge the battery prior to first use of the device.
For high-payload OmniSlider operation: Connect
the power source – a DitoGear™ Power Pack
7Ah/14Ah, a DitoGear™ AC/DC power adapter
or a 3rd party compatible power source directly to
DitoGear™ OmniSlider Power port.
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At this point the controller should light up
showing main menu.
Please refer to the following page to check the latest
firmware available.
http://ditogear.com/products/omnislider/firmware/
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2
A sync port located at the back of the controller
underneath the LCD
3
A multiline LCD display
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A 4-directional, 1-button analog joystick used to
navigate through the menu system and control the
device. Press the joystick to select the options in the
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4. Using OmniController
4.4 Setting the device type
4.1 Initial controller settings
Choose the device type corresponding to your motion
control equipment from the settings menu.
In order to operate motion control device, the initial
configuration must be set. Some additional settings are
required after each power-up routine.
4.2 Choosing shutter control style
Depending on your equipment cabling variant (legacy
8-pin or RJ45), an appropriate shutter release triggering
mode should be chosen. The setting is stored in a nonvolatile memory, so you don’t need to set it back again
after power outage.
Go to Settings » Shutter style
4.3 Choosing Battery Type
Before you start working with the equipment, make sure to
choose an appropriate power option. Li-ion or gel options
are available. Use li-ion for DitoGear™ PowerBrick and gel
for any other power sources.
Go to Settings » Battery type
S ETTI N G S
▲
Sounds
Shutter style
Device type
Speed factor
⒉ ⒉Battery type
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To select the device navigate to: Home » Settings » Controlled device
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
Length/Angle
Mirror
⒉ ⒉Controlled device
Backlight
▼
The following options are available:
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
⒉ ⒉Angular
Length/Angle
Linear
Mirror
Custom
⒉ ⒉Controlled device
Backlight
▼
Angular lets you operate an angular type of DitoGear™ device.
There are two options available: Lens Drive 3 and OmniHead.
For previous editions of Lens Drive use custom settings
and contact DitoGear™ Support for configuration details.
Linear lets you operate a linear type of DitoGear™ device.
There are three options available:
•• Omni Stepper lets you operate DitoGear™
OmniSlider with a stepper motor
•• Omni Servo lets you operate DitoGear™
OmniSlider with a servo motor
•• BD/Modulo/Motion Kits* lets you operate
DitoGear™ BD Slider, DitoGear™ Modulo Dolly
and DitoGear™ MotionKits
•• Modulo Rover lets you operate DitoGear™
Modulo Rover
*) For Kessler Crane devices use custom setting as described below.
Custom lets you operate a custom DitoGear™ device
equipped with a servo motor.
These options are designed for future applications and for
advanced users. Please contact DitoGear™ Support to obtain
detailed instructions on how to use them if necessary.
The following screen confirms your choice:
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
Length/Angle
Device is set
Mirror
device
⒉ ⒉Controlled OK
Backlight
Note: changing the device type may apply changes to the
travel length settings, so make sure to check the length and
calibration after setting the device type.
4.5 Device type
To select the device type navigate to: Home » Settings » Device type
Device type allows to switch between angular and linear
units. This parameter is automatically set while selecting
Controlled Device. It is only needed to amend this setting
when you use custom Controlled Device setting.
4.6 Setting the travel length
To set the travel length, navigate to:
Home » Settings » Length/Angle
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
⒉ ⒉Length/Angle
Mirror
Controlled device
Backlight
▼
▼
The device setting is stored in the persistent, non-volatile
memory and thus it is required to be set only once or when
you plan on changing controlled device.
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The following options are available:
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
⒉ ⒉Predefined
Custom
Length/Angle
⒉⒉
Custom cal.
Mirror
<< Backdevice
Controlled
Backlight
▼
The Predefined option allows to select one of the
predefined travel lengths depending on the device type:
Linear
Note: In order to allow for multi-revolution moves
with OmniHead or LensDrive use Custom settings as
described below.
Move the axis to the end position and confirm the defined
travel length by pressing the joystick. The distance
travelled is displayed for your convenience (the Out Point).
The Custom option lets you type in travel length either
in metric or angular units depending on the device type:
Note: changing the travel length always resets the In
Point calibration to current position.
Linear
4.7 Speed Factor
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
Custom Length
⒉ ⒉Length/Angle
Mirror
01m device
03cm
Controlled
▲
Backlight
▼
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
⒉ ⒉1.0 m
⒉ ⒉Length/Angle
1.5 m
Mirror
2.0 mdevice
Controlled
2.5 m
Backlight
▼
Angular
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
⒉ ⒉45°
⒉ ⒉Length/Angle
90°
Mirror
1 8 0° device
Controlled
360°
Backlight
▼
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Angular
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
Custom Length
⒉ ⒉Length/Angle
Mirror
0r device
003°
Controlled
▲
Backlight
▼
The Custom Calibration option allows to define the operating
length by travelling the desired distance using the joystick.
After selecting the Custom Calibration option, the
controller assigns the current position of the trolley as the
start limit (the In Point).
Speed Factor parameter is responsible for properly
controlling various motor types used across DitoGear™
motion control devices. Speed Factor is set automatically
once the device type is chosen in Settings and should not
be modified. Default values are listed below:
••
••
••
••
••
OmniSlider Servo
1
OmniSlider Stepper 3
BD Slider / Modulo 2
OmniHead2
LensDrive3
Tweaking Speed Factor affects maximum speed of the
device and also to some extent its precision - the lower
the Speed Factor, the higher max speed of the device.
The default setting for OmniSlider Servo is 1 and therefore its
max speed can’t be increased. Whenever you tweak default
settings, make sure to watch out for overload/stall beep signal
and be aware that the device may not perform reliably.
To change the speed factor navigate to: Home » Settings » Speed factor
S ETTI N G S
Backlight
Sounds
Shutter style
Device type
⒉ ⒉Speed factor
▼
4.8 Calibrating the device
Every DitoGear™ motion control device come with an
internal position memory feature and therefore needs to
be calibrated prior to use after each power-up routine.
The calibration procedure is essentially setting the in-point
of the movement. The out-point is calculated automatically
basing on travel length setting.
S ETTI N G S
⒉ ⒉Calibration
Length/Angle
Mirror
Controlled device
Backlight
▼
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Basic calibration
Manual re-calibration
Option 1.
In order to perform basic calibration, adjust the device physically
to the desired initial state prior to connecting the power.
You may want to re-calibrate the device to manually set
the in-point after power-up routine.
For OmniSlider move the trolley to the end of the track closest
to the motor box prior to turning on the device.
To do so, navigate to: Settings » Calibration and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Place the load at the lower end of the rail, power up the
device and use manual calibration feature to calibrate the
device moving the motor from the lower end to the upper
end and confirm calibration.
At power up, the OmniController assumes that the device
is set physically to the starting position and no additional
calibration is required.
Using Mirror mode
Linear devices
If after calibration the trolley does not move forward but
stalls moving backward from the starting position, toggle
the Settings » Mirror option.
Angualr devices
If you want to reverse the direction of movement toggle: Settings » Mirror option.
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
Mirror on
Length/Angle
⒉ ⒉Mirror off
⒉ ⒉Mirror
<< Back
Controlled device
Backlight
▼
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S ETTI N G S
Move trolley
⒉ ⒉Calibration
close to
Length/Angle
the bearing
Mirror
and press
joy.
Controlled
device
Backlight
▼
If the device hits the physical movement limit and you
hear the internal low-level motor controller warning sound,
press the internal controller reset button (OmniSlider Servo,
LensDrive) or disconnect and reconnect signal/power cable
(OmniHead, Modulo) and confirm the calibration with the
joystick.
OmniSlider
Calibrating the OmniSlider for diagonal
and vertical operation
For safety reasons when operating vertically or diagonally the
setup procedure requires that the motor be placed on the upper
end and the trolley at the lower end prior to powering up the
device. Due to this fact, a different calibration routine is required.
Option 2.
The Joystick lets you control motion. Move it left or right
to move the axis. The Joystick is analog and proportional
- the more you move it off its axis, the faster the move.
Please note that you may also use [D1], [D2] dials during
the move.
The controller screen displays the current state of the
device including speed, max speed, damping (acceleration)
and device position either in metric or angular values.
Place the load at the lower end and power up the device.
Toggle Settings » Mirror option so that the controller
assumes that the initial position of the slider is at the
farthest point from the motor.
FR E E R I D E
Press joy to break
Pos: 00m 00cm 0.0mm
Max spd: 000.0 mm/s
Important Note!
While changing one of the settings such as: controlled
device type, length or calibration make sure to always do
the changes in the following order:
1
2
3
Set the controlled device type
Set the travel length
Perform calibration
4.9 Controlling the movement
In selected modes you may control the device or one of its
axes in real time using the Joystick and [D1], [D2] dials.
SpeedDamp
00%20%
4.10Using the emergency break feature
In the free ride mode as well as in other modes where the axis
motor movement is possible, there are two ways to stop the
movement immediately ignoring speed dampening parameter or
interrupting the playback.
1
Move the joystick quickly to in the opposite
direction - the speed damping parameter will
be ignored and the movement direction will be
changed immediately.
2
Press the joystick - the motor will stop immediately.
The [D1] dial allows to adjust max speed of the axis. It may also
be used to control the speed during the move.
The [D2] dial allows to adjust the speed damping parameter
(acceleration and deceleration time). On higher speeds (above
70%) some basic auto dampenning is always applied regardless
of the setting. When it occurs, a flashing information message
will be displayed on the controller screen.
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Note: Each of DitoGear™ motion control devices
operates within the in-point and out-point limits defined
during calibration. While approaching the limit either
at in-point or out-point, the automatic motion stop is
immediate. Please take it into consideration and avoid it
especially when operating under high payloads as it may
damage your equipment!
Important Note: When operating OmniSlider Servo with
AC/DC power at speeds above 85% and the trolley
reaches the calibration limit or when the emergency
break is triggered, the system sends an immediate stop
signal to the motor. The energy of the motor has to be
released and therefore, generates high current. This
may cause the DC adapter’s protection to cut the power
off. The controller will reset. Please use high speeds
carefully and avoid immediate stops.
5. Video Modes
Free ride mode
Free ride is a basic operation mode suitable for real time filming
purposes and shot rehearsing. Similar operation patterns
are used across other modes such as motion recording.
To access free ride mode select:
Home » Video » Free ride.
VIDEO
⒉ ⒉Free
ride
High precision ride
Motion Recording
Motion play (60.1s)
<< Back
You may control the movement of the axis using the joystick
and dials as described in Controlling the movement.
FR E E R I D E
Press joy to break
Pos: 00m 00cm 0.0mm
Max spd: 000.0 mm/s
SpeedDamp
00%20%
Maximum speed in free ride mode are approximately:
(OmniSlider) 288 mm/s
(OmniHead) 49.3°/s
(LensDrive)95.6°/s
Note: the emergency stop is triggered by pressing
the joystick.
Note: In case of the OmniSlider Stepper - the maximum
speed in free ride mode only concerns a low-payload.
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The following screen confirms the end of free
ride mode operation:
FR E E R I D E
Free
Press
joyride
to break
mode
ended
Pos: 00m 00cm 0.0mm
Max spd: 000.0 mm/s
OK
SpeedDamp
00%20%
High Precision Ride
High Precision Ride is similar to Free Ride mode but
allows you to operate within limited speed range, thus
it is suitable for shooting macro or for other precisiondemanding applications.
To access free ride operation mode select Home » Video » High precision ride.
VIDEO
HIGH PRECISION
Press joy to break
Pos: 00m 00cm 0.0mm
Max spd: 000.0 mm/s
SpeedDamp
00%20%
Note: the emergency stop is triggered by pressing
the joystick.
The following screen confirms end of high precision
mode operation.
HIGH PRECISION
High
Press
joy to break
Pos:precision
00m 00cm 0.0mm
ended mm/s
Maxmode
spd: 000.0
OK
SpeedDamp
00%20%
Free ride
⒉ ⒉High precision ride
Motion Recording
Motion play (60.1s)
<< Back
You may control the movement using joystick and dials
as described in Controlling the movement.
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6. Motion Recording & Playback
Overview
OmniController is capable of recording and playing back
up to 80 seconds of continuous motion. Recorded motion
can be played back either in real time or with the time
stretch applied.
Time stretch may be used for more demanding timelapse,
stop motion, or real time filming shots.
There is one persistent, non-volatile memory bank for
recording, so it does not reset after power cutoff.
Please note that the recorded motion might differ slightly
from your real time performance due to the data reduction
and interpolation methods. However, each time you play back
the recorded program, it will play in fully repeatable manner
and can be used for sophisticated shots and special effects.
Accessing Motion recording mode
To access motion recording features select: Home » Video » Motion Recording
VIDEO
Free ride
High precision ride
⒉ ⒉Motion Recording
Motion play (60.1s)
<< Back
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Recording motion
M OTI O N R E C
Press joy to break
Pos: 00m 00cm 0.0mm
Max spd: 000.0 mm/s
Speed
Time
Damp
00%00.0s 20%
After selecting the Motion recording mode the current position
of the axis is registered as home position. All playback will be
started from that position.
Note: Emergency stop is triggered by pressing joystick.
Playing back motion
When the recording is completed, the notification screen
appears showing data saving progress.
To access motion playback features navigate to:
Home » Video » Motion Playback
M OTI O N R E C
Press joy to break
path 0.0mm
Pos:Saving
00m 00cm
wait... mm/s
Maxplease
spd: 000.0
Free ride
High precision ride
Motion Recording
⒉ ⒉Motion play (60.1s)
<< Back
Speed
Time
Damp
00%00.0s 20%
The following screen confirms the end of saving data.
In addition to common readouts, the Motion recording screen
displays additionally elapsed recording time.
VIDEO
M OTI O N R E C
The recording starts as soon as you move the joystick for
the first time. Changing the [D1] or [D2] dials at the starting
screen prior to moving trolley will not trigger recording.
Press joy to break
Recording
Pos: 00m
00cm 0.0mm
mode000.0
endedmm/s
Max spd:
You may either use the full recording buffer available or
stop recording anytime by pressing the joystick. It is good
practice to leave a 2 second gap prior to confirming the
end of recording.
OK
Speed
Time
Damp
00%00.0s 20%
The number in brackets next to menu item indicates the
length of the current recording.
There are 5 main motion playback options:
1
Realtime mode plays back motion in real time.
2
Slow motion mode plays back motion slowly,
stretched by a specific factor.
3
Stop motion mode allows for use of recorded
motion as a basis for stop motion sequence.
4
Timelapse continuous mode allows for use of
recorded motion as a basis for continuous timelapse
sequence.
5
Timelapse DSD mode allows for use of recorded
motion as a basis for a drive-shoot-drive timelapse sequence.
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Realtime playback
To play back recorded motion select Home » Video » Motion Playback » Realtime
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
⒉ ⒉Realtime
Slow motion
Stop motion
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
You will be prompted to get back to home position and
thereafter, the playback starts.
Playback progress is displayed on the following screen:
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
⒉ ⒉Realtime
SlowTime:
motion
03.0s
of 00.0s
Stop
motion
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
Note: the emergency stop is triggered by pressing
the joystick.
The following screen confirms end of motion playback mode.
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
⒉ ⒉Realtime
home
Slow
motion
⒉ ⒉Back
<<motion
Back
Stop
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
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⒉ ⒉Realtime
Slow Realtime
motion
Stop playback
motion
mode continous
ended
Timelapse
OK
Timelapse DSD
Slow motion playback
To access slow motion playback mode navigate to: Home » Video » Motion Playback » Slow Motion
As soon as you are ready, select Back Home and the
playback will be started thereafter.
Playback progress is displayed on the following screen:
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
Realtime
⒉ ⒉Slow motion
Stop motion
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
⒉ ⒉Realtime
▼
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
Realtime
factor
motion
⒉ ⒉Set
⒉ ⒉Slow
home
Stop Back
motion
Go!
Timelapse
continous
<< Back
Timelapse
DSD
▼
▼
Set Factor option allows you to set the desired stretch
factor of the recording. The playback time will be multiplied
by an integer of your choice.
SlowTime:
motion
03.0s
of 00.0s
Stop
motion
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
Note: the emergency stop is triggered
by pressing the joystick.
The following screen confirms end of motion playback mode.
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
Realtime
motion
motion
⒉ ⒉Slow Slow
Stop playback
motion
mode continous
ended
Timelapse
OK
Timelapse DSD
▼
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Stop motion playback
To access stop motion playback mode navigate to:
Home » Video » Motion Playback » Stop Motion
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
Realtime
Slow motion
⒉ ⒉Stop motion
Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
FPS option lets you select the desired FPS (frames per
second) value to match your shooting standard.
STO P M OTI O N P B K
⒉ ⒉FPS
GO!
Back home
<< Back
▼
STO P M OTI O N P B K
OmniController will perform all necessary math operations
to divide the recorded motion into the required amount of
segments and steps so that your stop-motion sequence
matches the original recording.
For example, if your total recorded time is three seconds
and you work at 25 FPS, the total travel length will be
divided into 75 steps.
Also note that this may be useful for compositing. You will
be able to record one real time video shot,
do another pass in stop motion mode and then composite
those two passes seamlessly!
You may also enter different FPS rates to slow down a
stop motion sequence - for example, setting 50 FPS while
shooting for 25 FPS footage will double the exposures and
may be useful in some situations.
When you’re ready with your shot select the Go! option
from the menu.
FPS
⒉ ⒉Next (00000)
Shoot & Next
GO!
⒉⒉
Shoot
Back
home(0)
<< Back
<< Back
▼
The Next option advances to the next step without
triggering the shutter. The number in parentheses indicates
the current shot number.
The Shoot & Next option will trigger the shutter and move
to the next position.
The Shoot option will trigger the shutter as many times as
pressed. The number in parentheses indicates the number
of shots taken since last move.
The following screen confirms end of motion playback mode.
STO P M OTI O N P B K
FPS
⒉ ⒉GO!
Back home
<< Back
▼
⒉ ⒉FPS
Set FPS
GO!
025
Back home
▲
<< Back
STO P M OTI O N P B K
The following popup screen lets you take advantage of
easy loop shooting.
STO P M OTI O N P B K
FPS
⒉ ⒉GO! Stop motion
Back playback
home
mode ended
<< Back
OK
▼
Timelapse continuous playback
To access timelapse continuous playback navigate to:
Home » Video » Motion Playback » Timelapse contiunuous
TI M E L A P S E P B K
Realtime
Slow motion
Stop motion
⒉ ⒉Timelapse continous
Timelapse DSD
▼
The continuous timelapse playback menu has similar features to
standard timelapse. However, the direction feature is not present
here because the playback is always performed starting at the
home position along the recorded path.
TI M E L A P S E P B K
⒉ ⒉Exposure
Interval (00m 01.0s)
Shots (00250)
Time (000d 00h 08m)
Go!
▼
You may set the Exposure time, the Interval time, and the
total Shots. Adjusting the Time parameter will re-calculate
the total Shots automatically.
▼
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TI M E L A P S E P B K
Set exposure
⒉ ⒉Exposure
Interval (00m 01.0s)
01.0s
Shots 0m
(00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
Go!
▼
TI M E L A P S E P B K
Set interval
⒉ ⒉Exposure
Interval (00m 01.0s)
01.0s
Shots 0m
(00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
Go!
▼
TI M E L A P S E P B K
Set
⒉ ⒉Exposure
shots
Interval (00m 01.0s)
00250
Shots (00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
Go!
▼
Note: the interval refers to the time between the end of
one exposure and the start of the next. It is not the time
between the start of one exposure and the start of the next.
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In order to start playback once your sequence settings are
set hit Go!.
You will be prompted to go back to the home position
and then the timelapse playback starts.
TI M E L A P S E P B K
⒉ ⒉Exposure
⒉ ⒉Back home
Interval (00m 01.0s)
<< Back
Shots (00250)
▲
Time (000d 00h 08m)
Go!
▼
The following screen shows the progress of the
timelapse playback.
TI M E L A P S E P B K
Shot:0003
Exposure
of: (00m
00250
Interval
01.0s)
Time
left:
Shots
(00250)
000d
00h
08m
Time
(000d
00h
08m)
Go!
⒉⒉
The following screen confirms end of continuous
timelapse playback.
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
⒉ ⒉Exposure
TI M E L A P S E P B K
Exposure
Timelapse
Interval
(00m 01.0s)
Shotsplayback
(00250)
Time mode
(000dended
00h 08m)
OK
Go!
⒉⒉
▼
Timelapse Drive-Shoot-Drive playback
To access timelapse DSD playback navigate to: Home » Video » Motion Playback » Timelapse DSD
M OTI O N P L AYB A C K
Realtime
Slow motion
Stop motion
Timelapse continous
⒉ ⒉Timelapse DSD
▼
▼
The drive-shoot-drive timelapse playback menu has similar
features to standard timelapse. However, the direction feature
is not present here as the playback because always performed
from the home position along the recorded path.
(0m 01.0s)
Interval (00m 01.0s)
Shots (00250)
Time (000d 00h 08m)
GO!
▼
You may set the Exposure time, the Interval time, and the
total Shots. Adjusting the Time parameter will re-calculate
the total Shots automatically.
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Set exposure
(0m 01.0s)
⒉ ⒉Exposure
Interval (00m 01.0s)
01.0s
Shots 0m
(00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
GO!
▼
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Set interval
Exposure
(0m 01.0s)
Interval
(00m
01.0s)
⒉⒉
01.0s
Shots 0m
(00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
GO!
▼
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Note: the interval refers to the time between the end
of one exposure and the start of the next. It is not the time
between the start of one exposure and the start of the next.
In the DSD timelapse playback mode the interval must be
set to at least 0.5s.
The following screen will notify you in the case that the
interval is too short.
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Exposure (0m 01.0s)
(00m 01.0s)
⒉ ⒉Interval
Interval
Shotsshould
(00250)
be
Time greather
(000d 00h 08m)
GO!
▼
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Set shots
Exposure
(0m 01.0s)
Interval (00m 01.0s)
00250
⒉ ⒉Shots (00250)
▲ 00h 08m)
Time (000d
GO!
▼
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
The following screen confirms the end of DSD Timelapse
Motion Playback.
Total(0m
time
Exposure
01.0s)
Interval (00m 01.0s)
▲ 000d
00h 00m
Shots
(00250)
▼
03.4
Time
(000d
00h 08m)
⒉⒉
GO!
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Exposure (0m 01.0s)
Timelapse
Interval
(00m 01.0s)
playback
Shots (00250)
Time mode
(000dended
00h 08m)
OK
GO!
⒉⒉
▼
In order to start playback once your sequence settings are
set hit Go!. You will be prompted to go back to the home
position and then the timelapse playback starts.
▼
Notes on motion playback modes:
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Exposure (0m 01.0s)
home 01.0s)
Interval
⒉ ⒉Back(00m
<< Back
Shots
(00250)
Time
(000d
00h 08m)
⒉⒉
GO!
▼
The following screen shows the progress of the
timelapse playback.
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The time stretching methods used in timelapse,
slow motion and stop motion playback modes
interpolate recorded data based on Bezier curves.
The motion will be played back smoothly even if
stretched significantly.
2
It is also recommended to avoid sudden acceleration
to the top speeds and sudden changes in direction.
Such fast changes may not be played back properly.
3
Due to technical limitations recorded programs
can’t be accelerated.
7. Using Timelapse
Continuous mode
The Timelapse Continuous mode allows for continuous
motion and exposure control of the camera.
The camera shutter may be triggered either using the
OmniController (if you are using a compatible DSLR
camera) or your own external intervalometer.
7.1 Accessing Timelapse Continuous mode
To access basic timelapse features navigate to:
Home » Timelapse » Continuous.
TI M E L A P S E
⒉ ⒉Continous
Drive-Shoot-Drive
<< Back
TI M E L A P S E D S D P B K
Shot:0003
Exposure
(0m 01.0s)
of: (00m
00250
Interval
01.0s)
Time
left:
Shots
(00250)
000d
00h
08m
Time
(000d
00h
08m)
GO!
⒉⒉
▼
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7.2 Understanding timelapse mode
In timelapse mode you may control the exposure time,
interval, number of shots, direction and total travel time.
7.4 Setting up a continuous
timelapse sequence
To set up a timelapse sequence, do the following:
1
Move the motor axis to the starting position.
1
Navigate to the Timelapse Continuous menu
as described above.
2
Select the exposure time, interval
and number of shots.
3
Set the desired direction of the movement.
Note: the interval refers to the time between the end of one
exposure and the start of the next. It is not the time between
the start of one exposure and the start of the next.
4
Optionally readjust the total time of the sequence.
The number of shots will be adjusted to match
your setting.
7.3 Controlling the exposure time
5
Select Go!
C O NTI N O U S
⒉ ⒉Exposure
(0m 01.0s)
Interval (00m 01.0s)
Shots (00250)
Direction (Left)
Time (000d 00h 08m)
▼
The exposure time only works effectively if the camera is
set to Bulb exposure mode.
If you prefer that the exposure parameters be
controlled by the camera, set the exposure time at the
OmniController to 0.1s and set your camera to Manual
or another non-bulb mode.
After starting the program you can track the progress on the
following screen (similar to drive-shoot-drive timelapse mode):
C O NTI N O U S
Shot:0003
Interval
(00m 01.0s)
of:
00250
Shots
(00250)
Time left:
Direction
(Left)
000d
00h
08m
Time
(000d
00h
08m)
Go
⒉⒉
▼
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If you move the joystick up or down during the progress
of the timelapse sequence, the additional parameters are
displayed:
UP:
displays current position and direction
DOWN: displays exposure and interval
C O NTI N O U S
Position:
Interval
(00m 01.0s)
00m (00250)
01cm 4.3mm
Shots
Direction:
Direction
(Left)
Left(000d 00h 08m)
Time
⒉ ⒉Go
▼
C O NTI N O U S
Exposure:
Interval
(00m 01.0s)
0m(00250)
01.0s
Shots
Interval:
Direction
(Left)
00m
01.0s
Time
(000d
00h 08m)
Go
⒉⒉
▼
As soon as the timelapse program is finished the following
information screen appears:
C O NTI N O U S
Interval (00m 01.0s)
Timelapse
Shots (00250)
ended
Direction (Left)
OK
Time (000d 00h 08m)
⒉ ⒉Go
▼
7.5 Multiple exposures
It is also possible to trigger multiple image sequences from
the OmniController. This may be useful either for shooting
HDR, exposure-bracketed timelapse or multiple constantexposure shots for noise reduction in post production.
To do so, set your camera to continuous shooting mode
and set the exposure bracketing as desired.
In the OmniController set the total exposure time to
exceed slightly the total time of 3 exposures (or another
number if your camera is capable of shooting more than
3 bracketed images in a row).
Note: if timelapse is started from the middle of the travel
length and the device is about to move past the limits
set by the calibration, the timelapse program will be
aborted.
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8. Using drive-shoot-drive
timelapse mode
The drive-shoot-drive timelapse mode (DSD) works
similarly to the basic timelapse mode, but the camera
stops for each of shots.
Accessing drive-shoot-drive timelapse mode
To access drive-shoot-drive timelapse features select
Home » Timelapse » Drive-shoot-drive
TI M E L A P S E
Continous
⒉ ⒉Drive-Shoot-Drive
<< Back
9. Using Stop motion mode
9.1 Setting up the number of shots
9.2 Using Distance Stop motion mode
The OmniController is also capable of stop motion
operation. This mode allows you to control shots
independently and move the trolley after each shot (or a
series of shots) upon confirmation.
To set the number of shots select the first item
in the Stop Motion menu, select Shots and
enter the desired number of shots.
The Distance Stop motion mode allows for manual control
over the travel distance between each of shots.
Accessing stop motion mode
To access stop motion
Home » Stop Motion
features
STO P M OTI O N
navigate
to:
MAIN MENU
Video
Timelapse
⒉ ⒉Stop motion
Go to
Settings
▼
Using the DSD mode
For instructions please refer to continuous timelapse mode
documentation above in the manual.
The only important note here is that the minimal interval
between shots must be greater than or equal to 0.5s.
There are 2 operation modes: Shots and Distance. You
may toggle stop motion modes by clicking on the first item
of Stop motion menu.
mode
⒉ ⒉Shots
⒉ ⒉Shots
(00250sh)
Direction (Left)
Distance
Next step
<< Back
Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
STO P M OTI O N
⒉ ⒉Shots
mode (00250sh)
Direction (Left)
Next step
Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
Using Shots Stop motion mode
The Shots Stop motion mode allows for manual control
over the number of shots across the calibrated travel
length. The calibrated travel length will be divided into
even steps depending on the number of shots entered.
STO P M OTI O N
Setting up the travel distance
To set the distance select the first item in the Stop Motion
menu, select Distance and enter the desired distance value.
STO P M OTI O N
mode (00250sh)
⒉ ⒉Shots
Shots
Direction (Left)
⒉ ⒉Distance
Next
step
<< Back
Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
STO P M OTI O N
⒉ ⒉Shots
mode (00250sh)
Set distance
Direction
(Left)
Next step
Take 00.4mm
a shot (0)
Back ▲
to last shot
▼
shots
mode
(00250sh)
⒉ ⒉Shots Set
Direction (Left)
00250
Next step
Take a shot▲(0)
Back to last shot
▼
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After setting the step distance to desired value, the number
next to the Next Step item will be updated showing the
absolute position of next step.
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Direction (Left)
⒉ ⒉Next step
Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
Taking a shot
Moving to next position
Moving to the last position
Once your scene is set up properly, you are ready to take a shot.
To do so, select Home » Stop Motion » Take a shot.
When you’re done shooting it’s time to move to the
next position.
It is also possible to get back to the previous position in
case you need to redo the shot.
You can optionally change the distance and then select
Next Step to advance to next position.
To do so, select: Home » Stop motion » Back to last shot
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Direction (Left)
Next step
⒉ ⒉Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
Setting up the direction
To toggle the direction of motion select:
Home » Stop motion » Direction
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
⒉ ⒉Direction (Left)
Next step
Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
The current direction is displayed in the parentheses.
The following screen confirms that the shot has been taken.
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Shot Taken
Direction (Left)
Next step
OK
⒉ ⒉Take a shot (0)
Back to last shot
▼
You may also want to take multiple exposures per step.
To do so, simply press the Take a shot menu option again.
The number in parentheses indicates the number of shots taken
since the trolley moved to the current position.
The following screen is displayed while the devicemoves
to the next position.
STO P M OTI O N
Please
wait
Shots
mode
(00250sh)
or press
joy
Direction
(Left)
to step
break.
⒉ ⒉Next
00m
00cm(0)
1.3mm
Take
a shot
Back to last shot
▼
The following pop-up screen confirms that the step has
been made. You may either take a shot and go back to the
last menu (to make one shot per step loop work easier) or
go back to previous menu without triggering a shot.
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Direction
Step (Left)
ended
Next
step & Back
⒉⒉
Shoot
⒉ ⒉ a shot (0)
Take
<< Back
Back to last shot
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Direction (Left)
Next step
Take a shot (0)
⒉ ⒉Back to last shot
▼
The following screen confirms reaching the position of
previous step:
STO P M OTI O N
Shots mode (00250sh)
Step (Left)
ended
Direction
Next step
Take a shot (0)
⒉ ⒉Back to last shot
▼
▼
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Using Go To mode
Storing position in memory
The OmniController is featured with 5 persistent, non-volatile
memory banks allowing storage of five different positions and
recalling them easily.
In order to store a position in one of memory banks do
the following:
Accessing Go To mode
To access Go To mode, navigate to: Home » Go To
MAIN MENU
Video
Timelapse
Stop motion
⒉ ⒉Go to
Settings
▼
The following screen appears showing available memory
banks with stored positions as well as the current position
of the axis.
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
The absolute position will be displayed next to bank name
confirming that the data has been saved.
Navigating to stored position
1
Make sure you are in the main screen of the Go To
mode listing available banks.
2
Move the device to the desired position
1
Navigate to Home » Go To
3
Select a bank of your choice and select Store
Position from the pop-up menu.
2
Select a bank of your choice
3
Select Go To Position from the pop-up menu.
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
Go to pos.
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
⒉ ⒉Store pos.
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
<< Back
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
In order to move the device to a stored position, do the following:
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
⒉ ⒉Go to pos.
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
Store pos.
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
<< Back
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
The following screen confirms that the position
has been stored.
The following screen displays the progress of the move.
You may abort it by pressing the joystick.
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
Please wait
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
or press joy
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
to break.
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
00m 00cm 6.2mm
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
The following screen confirms that the position
has been reached.
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
Position
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
achieved
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
OK
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
GO TO 00m 01 cm 6.9mm
Bank1(00m00cm0.0mm)
Position
⒉⒉Bank2(00m00cm0.0mm)
stored
Bank3(00m00cm0.0mm)
Bank4(00m00cm0.0mm)
OK
Bank5(00m00cm0.0mm)
▼
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10.Overview of the
Settings menu
Using backlight options
Using Sounds options
Checking the firmware version
The Backlight option lets you switch between different
backlight options.
The sounds menu allows you to set the sound preferences.
In order to check the firmware version and build, navigate
to: Home » Info
To access the settings menu choose: Home » Settings
MAIN MENU
Video
Timelapse
Stop motion
Go to
⒉ ⒉Settings
S ETTI N G S
Calibration
B-light auto
Lenght
Mirror
⒉ ⒉B-light on
B-light
off
Controlled
devide
<< Back
⒉ ⒉Backlight
S ETTI N G S
In Backlight Auto mode the the LCD display will be
dimmed automatically after a certain period of time if
the device is not operated. Use this option to maximize
battery life and avoid unnecessary light artifacts on your
long exposure timelapse shots.
⒉ ⒉Calibration
In Backlight On option, the LCD backlight always remains on.
Lenght
Mirror
Controlled devide
Backlight
▼
Sounds on
Lenght
Sounds off
Mirror
Controlled
devide
⒉ ⒉Alerts only
<< Back
Backlight
⒉ ⒉Sound
▼
▼
▼
The following options are available:
S ETTI N G S
In Backlight Off option the LCD backlight always remains
off. Please note that it might be difficult to read the screen
in this mode so use it carefully.
MAIN MENU
Timelapse
Stop motion
Go to
Settings
⒉ ⒉Info
▼
In the Sounds On mode all controller commands will be
associated with audible sounds.
In the Sounds Off mode no sounds will be used.
In the Alerts Only mode the controller will emit sounds only
for critical events such as confirmations or reaching limits.
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Note: regardless of the sound setting in the controller,
the DitoGear™ OmniSlider Servo main circuit board,
located in the motor box, will emit sound signals in case
of motor overheating or stalls.
Calibration, Length/Angle, Mirror and Controlled
device options has been described in previous chapters.
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Motor warning signals and behaviors.
1
Power off the device
The DitoGear™ OmniSlider Servo, OmniHead and
LensDrive are equipped with an internal controller
protecting the motor from damage in result of overload.
2
Wait 15 seconds
3
Connect the OmniController to the device or, to the
stand-alone operation cable
When the axis motor approaches the performance limit
you will hear a short repeating beep from the motor box.
It indicates that the motor is working under high payload
and is close to its limits.
When an excessive load is put on the axis motor or the
device is not properly calibrated and the motor tries to
move against physical limit, the motor controller will
prevent the damage to the motor by cutting the power
off. You will hear the continuous beep sound coming from
the motor box. It indicates the motor stall.
In this situation you need to press the reset button on the
motor housing (OmniSlider, LensDrive) or reconnect signal
cable (OmniHead) and probably re-calibrate the device.
4
Press and hold joystick
5
Turn on the power while the joystick is still pressed
11. Troubleshooting
the OmniController
Prior to contacting support please check the following
common issues and solutions.
1
Ensure the power cable is connected, the battery is not
depleted and the controller cable is connected to the
device. Check that the cables are not damaged. Turn
off the device and turn it on after ten seconds.
Taking the above into account, calibrate the device carefully.
Emergency mode
In case of any abnormal operation of the OmniController,
you may try to start the OmniController without reading
the previously saved parameters.
Some issues may arise due to damaged, faulty or corrupted
settings records present in the memory.
In order to run the OmniController emergency mode do the following:
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The controller is dim and does not respond. The
axis motor does not move.
2
The device produces louder sound and does not
move fluently.
This is a normal behaviour of the stepper motor
when the power supply level is low. Charge or
replace the battery. If using a 3rd party DC adapter
make sure it provides at least 12V 2A power for
OmniSlider Stepper, 12V 5A for OmniSlider Servo or
12V 2A for other DitoGear™ motion control devices.
12.Using 3rd Party Power Adapters
DitoGear recommends using original DitoGear™ AC/DC power adapters and batteries.
While using a 3rd party adapter make sure it meets the requirements detailed in technical specifications table.
Caution!
DitoGear is not responsible for any damage or failures caused by the use of a 3rd party power supply adapter.
13.Precautions for Safe Use of DitoGear™ Power Cables
Power cables cannot be looped during operation due to insufficient heat rejection that can cause melting of the cable
insulation and ultimately its failure. Remember to disconnect all power cables after use, especially during transportation.
14.Using DitoGear™ Power Packs
DitoGear™ Power Pack 7Ah/14Ah and DitoGear™ PowerBox include gel type lead acid batteries, that have a low
voltage operating limit. When you discharge the battery below that limit, the irreversible chemical processes occur and
the recharging performance can be affected. It is recommended not to fully discharge the battery.
The lead acid battery will self-discharge slowly over time. Leaving the battery for more than 3 months without recharging
may result in damage. Remember to recharge the battery at least every 3 months.
15.Obtaining Support
In case of any technical issues that can’t be solved by carefully reading the manuals do not hesitate
to contact us at [email protected]
16.Limited Warranty
DitoGear One (1) Year Limited Warranty
For DitoGear Products Only
Consumer rights and restrictions.
For consumers, who are covered by consumer protection laws or regulations in their country of purchase or, if different,
their country of residence, the benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies conveyed
by such consumer protection laws and regulations. This warranty does not exclude, limit or suspend any rights of
consumers arising out of non-conformity with a sales contract. However, as described below, DitoGear disclaims
statutory and implied warranties to the extent permitted by law, and in so far as such warranties cannot be disclaimed, all
such warranties shall to the extent permitted by law be limited in duration to the duration of the express warranty described
below and to the repair or replacement service as determined by DitoGear in its sole discretion. Some states (countries and
provinces) do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition may last, so the limitations described
above may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary
from state to state (or by country or province). This limited warranty is governed by and construed under the laws of the
country in which the product purchase took place. DitoGear, the warrantor, under this limited warranty stands for DitoGear™ Robert
Paluch, ul.Krańcowa 30, 62-002 Suchy Las, Poland.
Warranty.
DitoGear’s warranty obligations for this hardware product are limited to the terms set forth herein. DitoGear
warrants this DitoGear-branded hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail purchase by the original end-user purchaser
(“Warranty Period”). If a hardware defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period,
at its option and to the extent permitted by law, DitoGear will either (1) repair the hardware defect
at no charge, using new or refurbished parts that are equivalent to new in performance and reliability, (2)
exchange the product with a product that is new or refurbished that is equivalent to new in performance
and reliability and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or (3) refund the purchase
price of the product. DitoGear may request that you replace defective parts with user-installable new
or refurbished parts that DitoGear provides in fulfillment of its warranty obligation. A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part that has been installed in accordance with instructions
provided by DitoGear, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product or ninety (90) days from the date of
replacement or repair, whichever provides longer coverage for you.
When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item
becomes DitoGear’s property. Parts provided by DitoGear in fulfillment of its warranty obligation must
be used in products for which warranty service is claimed. When a refund is given, the product for which the refund is
provided must be returned to DitoGear and becomes DitoGear’s property.
Exclusions and limitations.
To the extent permitted by law, this warranty and the remedies set forth above are exclusive and in lieu
of all other warranties, remedies and conditions, whether oral, written, statutory, express or implied.
As permitted by applicable law, DitoGear specifically disclaims any and all statutory or implied warranties, including,
without limitation, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and warranties against hidden or latent
defects. If DitoGear cannot lawfully disclaim statutory or implied warranties then to the extent permitted by law, all such
warranties shall be limited in duration to the duration of the express warranty and to the repair or replacement service as
determined by DitoGear in its sole discretion. Some states (countries and provinces) do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty or condition may last, so the limitations described above may not apply to you. No DitoGear reseller,
agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. If any term is held to be
illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
This Limited Warranty applies only to hardware products manufactured by or for DitoGear. The Limited Warranty does
not apply to any non-DitoGear hardware products even if packaged or sold with DitoGear hardware. Manufacturers or
suppliers, other than DitoGear, may provide their own warranties to the end user purchaser, but DitoGear, in so far as
permitted by law, provides their products “as is”.
DitoGear does not warrant that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error-free. DitoGear is not
responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions relating to the product’s use.
This warranty does not apply: (a) to consumable parts, such as batteries, unless damage has occurred due to a defect in
materials or workmanship; (b) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents and broken elements on
ports; (c) to damage caused by use with non-DitoGear products; (d) to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, liquid
contact, fire, earthquake or other external causes; (e) to damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted
or intended uses described by DitoGear; (f) to damage caused by service (including upgrades and expansions) performed
by anyone who is not a representative of DitoGear; (g) to a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or
capability without the written permission of DitoGear; (h) to defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to
the normal aging of the product.
Except as provided in this warranty and to the extent permitted by law, DitoGear is not responsible for direct,
special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach of warranty or condition, or under any other
legal theory, including but not limited to loss of use; loss of revenue; loss of actual or anticipated profits (including loss of
profits on contracts); loss of the use of money; loss of anticipated savings; loss of business; loss of Opportunity; loss of
goodwill; loss of reputation; loss of, damage to or any indirect or consequential loss or damage howsoever caused including the
replacement of equipment and property. The foregoing limitation shall not apply to death or personal injury claims, or
any statutory liability for intentional and gross negligent acts and/or omissions. Some states (countries and provinces) do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
Obtaining warranty service.
DitoGear will provide warranty service either (i) at an DitoGear Retail or DitoGear Authorized Service Provider (“ASP”)
location, where service is performed at the location, or the DitoGear Retail or ASP may send the product to an DitoGear
repair service location for service, (ii) by sending you prepaid way bills (and if you no longer have the original packaging,
DitoGear may send you packaging material) to enable you to ship the product to DitoGear’s repair service location for
service, or (iii) by sending you customer installable new or refurbished replacement product or parts to enable you to
service or exchange your own product (“DIY Service”). Upon receipt of the replacement product or part, the original
product or part becomes the property of DitoGear and you agree to follow instructions, including, if required, arranging the
return of original product or part to DitoGear in a timely manner. When providing DIY Service requiring the return of the
original product or part, DitoGear may require a credit card authorization as security for the retail price of the replacement
product or part and applicable shipping costs. If you follow instructions, DitoGear will cancel the credit card authorization,
so you will not be charged for the product or part and shipping costs.
If you fail to return the replaced product or part as instructed or the replaced product or part is not eligible for warranty
service, DitoGear will charge the credit card for the authorized amount.
Please access and review the online help resources at the DitoGear website (www.ditogear.com) and contained in the
product manual before requesting warranty service. If the product is still not functioning properly after making use of these
resources, please contact DitoGear at [email protected].
Service options, parts availability and response times may vary according to the country in which service is requested.
Service options are subject to change at any time. You may be responsible for shipping and handling charges if the
product cannot be serviced in the country in which service is requested. If you seek service in a country that is not the
country of purchase, you will comply with all applicable import and export laws and regulations and be responsible for all
custom duties, VAT. and other associated taxes and charges. For international service, DitoGear may repair or exchange
defective products and parts with comparable products and parts that comply with local standards. In accordance with
applicable law, DitoGear may require that you furnish proof of purchase details before receiving warranty service.
17. Privacy
DitoGear will maintain and use customer information in accordance with the DitoGear Customer Privacy Policy available
at ditogear.com/legal/privacy-policy/.
18.Miscellaneous
Trademarks and copyrights
DitoGear™, DitoGear™ OmniController, DitoGear™ Evolution, DitoGear™ Trito , DitoGear™ OmniSlider, DitoGear™
OmniHead and DitoGear™ LensDrive, DitoGear™ Modulo are trademarks of Dito Gear Robert Paluch ul.Krańcowa 30,
62-002 Suchy Las, Poland. Unauthorised use is strictly prohibited. All other trademarks referenced in this manual are used
only for informative purposes and are property of their respective owners.
Disposal and recycling information
The device and all batteries included with it must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. The product
must be disposed of separately from the household waste. When your product reaches its end of life, contact DitoGear or your
local authorities to learn about recycling options.
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